Hannah Lopez

Hannah Lopez is a marketing and innovation strategist with deep expertise in better-for-you food and beverage. Her work spans product development, manufacturing, brand storytelling, and marketplace strategy—helping purpose-driven brands move from idea to launch with clarity and impact.

Hannah has supported more than 180 brands across the natural and plant-based space, including during her time leading Marketplace and Industry Development at the Plant Based Foods Association. There, she partnered with Walmart, Kroger, Sodexo, DOT Foods, and Stanford to elevate plant-based positioning across retail, foodservice, and distribution. Her career includes leadership roles at Bolay Fresh Bold Kitchen and Kennesaw Juice, as well as real-world experience in beverage manufacturing, food safety, and regulatory compliance.

She has served on the boards of the New York and California Restaurant Shows, hosted Fast Casual Summits, and led workshops at Expo East and West. At BeyondBrands, Hannah helps founders bridge strategy with creativity—bringing products to life through compelling brand platforms, thoughtful content, and go-to-market execution.

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